Tread Line Operator (TRO)- Illinois

- Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

ENVIRONMENT

- Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures/ guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as hearing protection and steel toe shoes.
- New Hires will likely be placed on a shift that includes evenings and weekends.
- The job is within a non-climate controlled environment where you will be exposed to temperature swings (hot/cold), forklift and pedestrian traffic, and noise.
- The role involves various physical tasks, including lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and operating machinery, with comprehensive training provided.

Responsibilities

Position in extruding department; Removal and reloading of dies; Recipe changes; Place strip of rubber on feed belt and roll up the 1st run (50#); Conduct changeovers as needed; Maintain treading running within tolerance; Scrap tread into mill as needed; Consist lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.; Frequent reaching and twisting, occasional bending, squatting, and climbing of stairs/ladder

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED; 0-2 years of manufacturing experience needed; No relocation assistance is offered for this position

Benefits

Immediate Benefits; Robust Total Rewards Package; Paid Time Off; Tuition Assistance; Employee Discounts, including tire discounts; Employer 401k Match; Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment with 20+ Employee Resource groups.; Employee Assistance Program; Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional; And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!